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T2-2 | Qualification of low and intermediate level waste packages for the German Konrad repository
Qualification of low and intermediate level waste packages for the German Konrad repository
Main Session Organizers: Holger Völzke, Katharina Hauer
Qualified containers for the various types of low and intermediate level wastes with negligible heat production are an essential part of final waste disposal in the Konrad repository. For this reason, a wide variety of disposal container designs is being developed to meet the requirements according to the regulations of the “final disposal conditions” and “product control” for the Konrad repository. The session addresses experiences and lessons learned about container design testing and approval, highlighting challenges and achievements. Related aspects regarding transportation and interim storage of packages as well as quality assurance measures concerning container fabrication may also be addressed. Additionally, operational topics such as container acceptance, handling and emplacement would also be of interest.

Possible contributions may come from waste producers, container manufacturers, regulator, and independent expert organizations. International contributions related to the topic may also be included.